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Hunter Resort, Pokolbin

Escape to the heart of the Hunter Valley Wine Country, just 2 hours easy drive north of Sydney.

The Resort:

– Nestled within the resort’s own 30 year old vineyards
– 4 star accommodation with 35 rooms and suites
– Wine Tasting Cellars and Winery (The Hunter’s largest)
– Bluetongue Brewery (Taste our unique Alcoholic Ginger Beer)
– The Hunter Valley Wine School
– Horseback riding tours
– Cafe San Martino and Wine Bar
– Family owned and operated
– Daily return transfers to Sydney

Hunter Valley Wine School is a two-hour certificate course looking at the history of winemaking, how wine is made, and why wine tastes the way it does… And it is not just Australian wine, there are international wines too.

All guest rooms feature timber cathedral ceilings; queen-size beds, individual heating and air-conditioning, balconies, a full size bathtub and shower, and the rooms open out onto the vineyard with views over the surrounding Brokenback Ranges. There are also suites that include double spa bath and kitchenette.

Offering three Horseback riding tours a day, this unique experience lasts 2 hours and travels along an old 1880’s stock route. There is one escort for every four riders. There are no cars, and the scenery overlooking the vineyards is simply breathtaking. Not a problem for ‘first timers’. There are horses ranging from Clydesdales to ponies to suit from beginner to experienced riders. Children are encouraged to ride and are well catered for.

Onsite facilities include a fleet of mountain bikes, tennis, a large pool with separate children’s wading pool, heated spa, walking and jogging tracks, and a baby-sitting service. Located just minutes away are hot-air ballooning, wildlife park, horse and carriage rides, tandem sky diving, arts and craft shops, two championship golf courses…. Not to mention over 100 wineries to visit!

Accommodation Options

2 Bedroom Cottage

Each bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with bath and shower. One has a split king bed, the other a queen bed. There is a sofa double in the living/dining/kitchen. Please see the virtual tour at www.huntervalley.com.au

Hunter Room

Hunter Rooms all feature a queen sized bed, timber cathedral ceilings, full size bath tub and wonderful views over the Wine Country. Please see the virtual tour at www.huntervalley.com.au

Spa

These rooms feature a split king bed, kitchenette, timber cathedral ceilings, double corner spa bath tub and wonderful views over the Wine Country. Please see the virtual tour at www.huntervalley.com.au

Vineyard View

Nestled within our own 35 year old vineyard, these rooms feature a split king bed, timber cathedral ceilings, full size bath tub and wonderful views over the Wine Country. Please see the virtual tour at www.huntervalley.com.au

Website: www.huntervalley.com.au

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Popular Activities

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